There are days that seem wrapped in fancy paper with a bow of ribbon on top. Finishing it off with a smile, I look up at the One that I love in utter thankfulness and pour out my adoration upon Him.
A lovely blue sky greeted me as I awoke this morning. It was bound to be a great day in the neighborhood. The phone rang and I heard my sister Emily's voice on the other end! She just became a mommy last Wednesday and I got to hear about all the new changes that her daughter Zoe has brought along with her. Right now I will take the time to insert that I have the most beautiful niece in the world. I'm not biased or anything. After a lovely conversation, I enjoyed a perfect bowl of oatmeal and some peace and quiet on the porch. Hummingbirds came to speak with me as bumblebees danced around me. I just took in the beauty of the moment. Shortly afterward, my sister Amy arrived. It was time to trek out to our favorite beach and enjoy the summer sun. While basking in the heat of the day, Amy and I received an unexpected gift. A young girl woke up this morning with the desire to pass out ice cream cones at the beach. Her parents purchased a couple boxes of Drumsticks and she walked around, handing them out to the sunbathers. How sweet is that!! After a quick dip in the water, dark clouds began to loom overhead. Trying to avoid a shower, we quickly bolted towards the car. Next stop....Sebastian Joe's (our favorite ice cream shop.) One ice cream cone just wasn't enough :) Since we hadn't been there in about five years, the exact location had slipped our minds. Seeing a woman gardening at the side of the road, we asked for her help and surprisingly received great directions. That hardly ever happens! Walking into the shop, our faces glowed with anticipation. What should we order this time? As we discussed our plan of action, all of the sudden.....BOOM!! Then, no electricity. A power line had fallen across the street. Pitch black. The manager locked the door and gave everyone inside free ice cream. What a treat!! After savoring our second dessert of the day, we stopped into a fun clothing/housewares store. With prices sky high, we had no intention of making a purchase. We explored, as if in a museum. Then, with rain racing down, we headed back to my house for some chick flicks. On our way, we had a change of plans. My brother-in-law Jadon invited Amy and I out to Olive Garden for dinner. Of course we accepted. Everything tasted amazing....real food after a double dose of sugar. During our meal, we came up with the brilliant idea to play games that night. With sirens singing over us and lightning decorating the sky, I played my first three games of Ticket to Ride. I had no chance of winning against my two competitive opponents, but that didn't matter a bit to me. I sipped on my coffee and just took in every laugh and look of concentration.
It was just one of those days that every step I took, I felt the delight of my Daddy. His heart towards His children is so beautiful. Keep your eyes open and you'll discover the God-given surprises in each day.
A lovely blue sky greeted me as I awoke this morning. It was bound to be a great day in the neighborhood. The phone rang and I heard my sister Emily's voice on the other end! She just became a mommy last Wednesday and I got to hear about all the new changes that her daughter Zoe has brought along with her. Right now I will take the time to insert that I have the most beautiful niece in the world. I'm not biased or anything. After a lovely conversation, I enjoyed a perfect bowl of oatmeal and some peace and quiet on the porch. Hummingbirds came to speak with me as bumblebees danced around me. I just took in the beauty of the moment. Shortly afterward, my sister Amy arrived. It was time to trek out to our favorite beach and enjoy the summer sun. While basking in the heat of the day, Amy and I received an unexpected gift. A young girl woke up this morning with the desire to pass out ice cream cones at the beach. Her parents purchased a couple boxes of Drumsticks and she walked around, handing them out to the sunbathers. How sweet is that!! After a quick dip in the water, dark clouds began to loom overhead. Trying to avoid a shower, we quickly bolted towards the car. Next stop....Sebastian Joe's (our favorite ice cream shop.) One ice cream cone just wasn't enough :) Since we hadn't been there in about five years, the exact location had slipped our minds. Seeing a woman gardening at the side of the road, we asked for her help and surprisingly received great directions. That hardly ever happens! Walking into the shop, our faces glowed with anticipation. What should we order this time? As we discussed our plan of action, all of the sudden.....BOOM!! Then, no electricity. A power line had fallen across the street. Pitch black. The manager locked the door and gave everyone inside free ice cream. What a treat!! After savoring our second dessert of the day, we stopped into a fun clothing/housewares store. With prices sky high, we had no intention of making a purchase. We explored, as if in a museum. Then, with rain racing down, we headed back to my house for some chick flicks. On our way, we had a change of plans. My brother-in-law Jadon invited Amy and I out to Olive Garden for dinner. Of course we accepted. Everything tasted amazing....real food after a double dose of sugar. During our meal, we came up with the brilliant idea to play games that night. With sirens singing over us and lightning decorating the sky, I played my first three games of Ticket to Ride. I had no chance of winning against my two competitive opponents, but that didn't matter a bit to me. I sipped on my coffee and just took in every laugh and look of concentration.
It was just one of those days that every step I took, I felt the delight of my Daddy. His heart towards His children is so beautiful. Keep your eyes open and you'll discover the God-given surprises in each day.
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